as in increases
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
ticket sales are expected to roll up as the date of the concert nears
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Recent Examples of rolls up
The Live Exhibit dates kick off on June 4 at an unannounced New York venue, two days before the producer-songwriter rolls up at the Governors Ball.
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Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 20 Apr. 2026
Then Percy Beauchamp rolls up to the house with news for Lord John that Captain Richardson is on his way to Savannah.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
Curtain cornices, lampshades, and headboards Lampshades can be frustrating to clean because the dust rolls up.
—Sunshine Flint, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026
Once summoned, the robot rolls up behind the vehicle and positions itself next to the trunk.
—Laura Waxmann, San Francisco Chronicle, 27 Mar. 2026
The batting cages, as both workplace and fan engagement tool, are located near that front entrance to the stadium and, with a door that rolls up much like your garage door might, are open for fans to gawk while players are getting their pre-game work in.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026
All of it ultimately rolls up to the performance of individual clinics.
—Michael Wystrach, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
The buy is the crux of the role and everything rolls up into it.
—Raj Dhiman, Sourcing Journal, 23 Jan. 2026
At just two pounds, the mat folds up neatly or rolls up tightly to fit in a variety of luggage, including my Watershed dry bag for rafting trips and my Osprey backpack for hiking.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Dec. 2025
Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 20 Apr. 2026
Then Percy Beauchamp rolls up to the house with news for Lord John that Captain Richardson is on his way to Savannah.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
Curtain cornices, lampshades, and headboards Lampshades can be frustrating to clean because the dust rolls up.
—Sunshine Flint, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026
Once summoned, the robot rolls up behind the vehicle and positions itself next to the trunk.
—Laura Waxmann, San Francisco Chronicle, 27 Mar. 2026
The batting cages, as both workplace and fan engagement tool, are located near that front entrance to the stadium and, with a door that rolls up much like your garage door might, are open for fans to gawk while players are getting their pre-game work in.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026
All of it ultimately rolls up to the performance of individual clinics.
—Michael Wystrach, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
The buy is the crux of the role and everything rolls up into it.
—Raj Dhiman, Sourcing Journal, 23 Jan. 2026
At just two pounds, the mat folds up neatly or rolls up tightly to fit in a variety of luggage, including my Watershed dry bag for rafting trips and my Osprey backpack for hiking.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rolls up
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CycloKinetics says the fuel improves combustion performance and increases energy density, helping missiles travel farther while improving standoff capability.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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Prioritize In-Flight Hydration Air travel greatly increases your risk of dehydration due to the extremely low humidity and lower cabin pressure.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
6 May 2026
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The move comes as electricity demand in the country’s mining region rises faster than supply, with miners building metal processing plants to satisfy local policymakers’ desire to keep some of the value chain in the country.—
Ruben Nyanguila,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
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Smoke rises from Israeli bombardment on the village of Mayfadoun, as seen from nearby Marjayoun, in southern Lebanon, May 6, 2026.—
May 6,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, the unceasing churn of clothing, footwear and accessories depletes soils, poisons the water, pollutes the air, drives deforestation, accelerates biodiversity loss and generates runaway planet-warming emissions that undermine brands’ lofty environmental ambitions.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
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As the Pentagon accelerates adoption, scrutiny from within the tech sector is likely to intensify.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
1 May 2026
Verb
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As the orchestra swells, a voice slowly surfaces.—
Ben Cardew,
Pitchfork,
2 May 2026
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Backlash swells to Russia web crackdown Public backlash is growing in Russia in response to Moscow’s efforts to tighten control over the internet.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Here, the traditional expectations of a five-star stay are softened into something more personal—where time expands, space breathes, and every detail is designed to feel intuitive rather than imposed.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
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On top of bringing hundreds of new jobs to the Marion County community, Equestrian Manor expands the options for events — with spaces available for weddings, meetings and other gatherings.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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“Rolls up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rolls%20up. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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